1975 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Granada | Colorado |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |